We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to support on a temporary basis. The role will be based in the Rossendale area and will require the candidate to work on site on a Monday to Friday basis working 9am - 5pm on an on-going basis paying £12.21 per hour. 

The Accounts Payable Assistant will be responsible for supporting the accounts team in the processing of invoices, managing vendor payments, and ensuring accurate financial records. This role involves working closely with the other departments to ensure that all the payments are processed efficiently on time. 

Key Responsibilities

We are looking for a suitable candidate who has experience of Accounts Payable, Purchase ledger, Invoice Entry or any experience in processing invoices.

Invoice Processing - receive, review and verify invoices and expense reports for accuracy and proper approval 

Data Entry - Accurately input invoice data into the accounting system, ensuring correct coding and compliance with companies' policies 

Supplier Management - Maintain and update vendor information, communicate with vendors regarding payment inquiries, and resolve any discrepancies

Payment processing - Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments, Raising credit cards.

Record Keeping - Maintain organised records of invoices, purchase orders and other financial documents 

Purchase Ledger & Bank Reconciliation - Assist in reconciling accounts payable ledger and ensuring that all payments are accounted for and properly posted using Sage 200

Taking Payment - over the telephone using a on-line system

Issuing Invoices - Re-issuing invoices if customer has not received ready to receive payment 

What we're looking for 

Previous Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger Experience 

Strong Attention to detail 

IT Proficient - experience using Sage ideally or any other financial system along with MS 365, excel at intermediate level

Excellent organisational skills 

Problem Solving experience 

Understanding and empathic manner 

Team player 

DBS will be required, either to have one or to go through a standard check 

What's in it for you 

Immediate opportunity 

On-going temporary work 

On-site working 

Free car parking 

£12.21 per hour - dependent on experience